Army Corps Searches for Ordinance at Ahihi-Kinau

Tthe U.S. Army Corps of Engineers  will begin a $2 million investigation at the Ahihi-Kinau Natural Area Reserve to assess the type and location of old, unexploded shells and…

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First Hawaiian Bank Lists Imminent Projects

* Plans by Hyatt to build a time-share tower in West Maui. * Possible revival of a project to renovate the former Stouffer property in Wailea. * Imminent construction of the…

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KCA Hosts deNaie & Planning: Maui Island Plan

“Is anyone satisfied with the layout of Kīhei?” asked Kīhei Community Association (KCA) Vice President Mike Moran. “Does it seem like it was planned out in a reasonable manner?” If…

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ML&P Requests Entitlements to Pulelehua

Maui Land & Pineapple Co. presented formal requests to Maui County Council members Wednesday for the entitlements the company needs to build the Pulelehua housing development in Mahinahina. ML&P officials…

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Council to Legalize TVRs

Council Member Gladys Baisa, who previously led the successful effort to make bed-and-breakfasts legal, introduced the measure heard in Council Chambers on Monday. She appeared to have the support…

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Planner: Maui Shorelines Impaired by Development

Because more and more of Maui’s sandy shorelines are being “impaired” by development and uncontrollable environmental issues, laws and procedures to protect the environment must be followed, county and…

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Swinging Bridges Access Blocked

John G. Varel, the owner of the Waihe’e Valley Plantation, closed a gate at the entrance of his property – a road that has been used to access swinging…

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Overview of Maui Island Plan w/ Lucienne de Naie

Upcountry Sustainability presents An Overview of the Maui Island Plan with Lucienne de Naie. With her in depth knowledge, Lucienne will highlight and describe aspects of the…

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Kula Ridge Decision Expected November 3rd

State Land Use Commissioners said they expect to be ready to make a decision on the Kula Ridge project by November. The Clayton Nishikawa project intends 116 units.  Controversy surrounds…

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Update on Laulima Farm Stand

Update on Laulima Farm Stand.  We have been told by DOH and the Governor’s Office that Laulima Farm Stand has not been shut down but has, instead, been asked to…

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